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Oct 2024
59m 11s

Ukrainian Long-Range Drones

CNN
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Outmanned and outgunned, Ukraine must work creatively to make a dent in Russia's war machine. Long-range drones that strike deep inside Russia are one of those innovations. Correspondent Fred Pleitgen was given exclusive access to one top-secret drone unit, and brings us a report from the frontline.  Also on today's show: former NATO Deputy Secretary-General ... Show More
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